Ronald B Crater, M.D.

Orthopaedic Surgery

Ronald B Crater is an Orthopaedic Surgery specialist based in Temescal Valley, CA with over 16 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(951) 493-6918Temescal Valley, CA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Ronald B Crater, M.D. has practiced orthopaedic surgery for 16+ years, working in independent practice. A University of California, San Diego School of Medicine graduate since 2010, he brings 16+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).

1 of 250 Orthopaedic Surgery providers in CASee all Orthopaedic Surgery in Temescal Valley16+ years experienceNPI since 2011

Older · 407dNPPES updated 2025-04-11 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California

Contact & Location

Practice Location

21634 Retreat Pkwy, Temescal Valley, CA 92883-6100

Fax: (951) 826-8136
Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.

Hypertension
75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

High Cholesterol
75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

Arthritis
75%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

Mood Disorders
32%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
31%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

Chronic Kidney Disease
30%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

Diabetes
29%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

Anxiety Disorders
26%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2010

    University of California, San Diego School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Apr 10, 2025

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 16 years in practice

    Experienced

Orthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.

Taxonomy: 207X00000X

Education & Training

University of California, San Diego School of Medicine (Class of 2010)

Virtual Orthopaedic Surgery Care With Ronald B Crater

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Ronald B Crater for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Temescal Valley required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ronald B Crater

Dr. Crater is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Temescal Valley, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (951) 493-6918.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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